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2004 Dodge Dakota recalls and problems

1 recall and 206 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Dodge Dakota.

1
recalls
206
owner complaints
11
complaints mentioning a crash
6
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2004 Dodge Dakota recalls

Visibility: windshield wiper/washer

NHTSA campaign 04V216000 · reported May 5, 2004 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 320,188 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, the windshield wiper module motor may be susceptible to water intrusion that could cause internal corrosion and result in partial or complete loss of front windshield wiping capability.
The risk
Driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the front windshield wiper module. Owner notification began on july 12, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 2, 2022 · Electrical system

While driving my 2004 dodge Dakota all the gauges, including the speedometer and the tachometer stopped working. Everything went off although the truck was still running. I had headlights turn signals an emergency flashers nothing else. I don’t know how fast I was going how much fuel I had or if my engine was running…

Nov 15, 2021 · Power train

Unknown the four wheel drive was out when I purchased it I didn't realize until later that day when I drove it and tried to engage it. It no longer works and it is a safety hazard to even try and turn on it doesn't engage and makes a noise and catches in some sort of way I believe it may have affected the transmission…

Nov 4, 2020 · Power train · 202,875 miles

MY VEHICLES DRIVE SHAFT FELL OFF WHILE MAKING A STOP AT A RED LIGHT, THE PINON NUT HAD COME LOOSE. IT WAS TOWED TO A MECHANIC'S SHOP, MY DAD CAME AND REATTACHED IT. IT STILL MADE A WHIRRING SOUND, AT FIRST I WAS ON THE WAY TO THE MECHANIC FOR WHAT I THOUGH WAS A PINON SEAL LEAK.

Feb 13, 2020 · Power train · 150,000 miles

TRANS SHIFT SOLENOID CONTROL PACK CODE POPPED UP AND DOES NOT SHIFT SMOOTHLY AT ALL

Jul 23, 2018 · Unknown or other · 87,000 miles

SHIFTER WILL MOVE WITHOUT KEY IN IGNITION. WILL ROLE IN ANY DIRECTION IN ANY POSITION BUT PARK. CAN REMOVE KEY FROM IGNITION WHILE RUNNING. WHILE IT'S STILL RUNNING WITH KEY OUT CAN SHIFT AND DRIVE. OTHER TIMES WHEN I GO TO START ENGINE THE KEY WON'T TURN. I HAVE TO HIT THE END OF THE KEY WITH THE PALM OF ONE HAND…

Dakota model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2001 76784411
2002 56785518
2003 4296165
2004 1206116
2005 64703027
2006 5285237
2007 4145112

Across all years, the 2000 Dakota has the most complaints (806). All Dodge Dakota years →

Questions

Does the 2004 Dodge Dakota have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Dodge Dakota, the most recent reported on May 5, 2004 (Visibility: windshield wiper/washer). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Dodge Dakota?
Owners have filed 206 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is steering (74 complaints), followed by suspension (45).
How many 2004 Dodge Dakota complaints mention a crash or fire?
11 of 206 complaints report a crash and 6 a fire; 8 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 2, 2022.